Hobbiton Movie Set Experience: Private Tour From Auckland
Overview
Travel in style and luxury on this private tour from Auckland to Hobbiton Movie Set, set on rolling farmland, this is the world-famous movie set where you'll see the intricately created 'Hobbit holes', the Green Dragon Inn, the Party Tree, and so much more cinematic magic! Immerse yourself in the sights, smells, sounds, and tastes of the Shire as featured in the Lord of the Rings and Hobbit trilogies.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set
- Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set on a private tour from Auckland
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
- All Fees and Taxes
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary Hobbiton beverages -Ale, cider, ginger beer or an English dark room temperature beer
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
- Complimentary refreshments and water onboard
- Opportunity to have a drink at the cosy Green Dragon Inn
- WiFi on board
- Remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai Ranges
- Be amazed by the spectacular scenery en route and listen to engaging commentary from your guide
- Listen to fascinating stories from your guide as you explore the 12-acre set
- Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus
- See where major scenes were filmed and discover behind-the-scene secrets
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Admission to 2 hour fully guided experience at Hobbiton movie set
- Travel through the Waikato region, which is well known for cattle and dairy farming
- Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit holes
- Learn how the film magic was made from a local guide
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
8 Customs Street East
Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Tours operate in all weather conditions; umbrellas are provided in the event of rain.
- There is uneven terrain on the set; approximately 75% is wheelchair accessible.
- We are able to accommodate a stroller or a pram, provided it is fully collapsible and can fit in the luggage compartment of our buses.
- The only way to access the Hobbiton Movie Set is with a guided tour.
- Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.
- Easy and good fitness level required.
- Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as Hobbiton is the perfect place to get some great travel photos.
- Children below 8 years old are required to travel in a child safety car seat.
- Children between 5-7 years old are also recommended to be in a booster seat for their safety.
- You must be at least 18 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.
- This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
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- Private transportation.
- Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set.
- Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set on a private tour from Auckland.
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Complimentary Hobbiton beverages -Ale, cider, ginger beer or an English dark room temperature beer.
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland.
- Complimentary refreshments and water onboard.
- Opportunity to have a drink at the cosy Green Dragon Inn.
- WiFi on board.
- Remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai Ranges.
- Be amazed by the spectacular scenery en route and listen to engaging commentary from your guide.
- Listen to fascinating stories from your guide as you explore the 12-acre set.
- Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus.
- See where major scenes were filmed and discover behind-the-scene secrets.
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour.
- Admission to 2 hour fully guided experience at Hobbiton movie set.
- Travel through the Waikato region, which is well known for cattle and dairy farming.
- Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit holes.
- Learn how the film magic was made from a local guide.
- Breakfast.
- Dinner.
- Lunch.
The minimum age to participate is 15. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Hobbiton Movie Set Experience: Private Tour From Auckland is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Private transportation
- Chance to step into a real The Lord of the Rings film set
- Visit the Hobbiton Movie Set on a private tour from Auckland
- Luxurious temperature controlled transportation in a minibus
- All Fees and Taxes
- Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary Hobbiton beverages -Ale, cider, ginger beer or an English dark room temperature beer
- Complimentary pick up and drop off from Auckland
- Complimentary refreshments and water onboard
- Opportunity to have a drink at the cosy Green Dragon Inn
- WiFi on board
- Remarkable 360-degree views of the rolling Kaimai Ranges
- Be amazed by the spectacular scenery en route and listen to engaging commentary from your guide
- Listen to fascinating stories from your guide as you explore the 12-acre set
- Complimentary High-Speed Internet onboard the minibus
- See where major scenes were filmed and discover behind-the-scene secrets
- A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the tour
- Admission to 2 hour fully guided experience at Hobbiton movie set
- Travel through the Waikato region, which is well known for cattle and dairy farming
- Amazing photo opportunities in front of every hobbit holes
- Learn how the film magic was made from a local guide
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Tours operate in all weather conditions; umbrellas are provided in the event of rain.
- There is uneven terrain on the set; approximately 75% is wheelchair accessible.
- We are able to accommodate a stroller or a pram, provided it is fully collapsible and can fit in the luggage compartment of our buses.
- The only way to access the Hobbiton Movie Set is with a guided tour.
- Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, sun protection, jacket/warm layer, & any essential personal items.
- Easy and good fitness level required.
- Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as Hobbiton is the perfect place to get some great travel photos.
- Children below 8 years old are required to travel in a child safety car seat.
- Children between 5-7 years old are also recommended to be in a booster seat for their safety.
- You must be at least 18 years of age and present a valid photo ID in order to consume alcohol.
- This is a guided walking tour and sensible walking footwear is recommended.
- You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
